Snowflake-Taylor Police Chief Bobby Martin (left) presented citizen Miguel Martinez (center) with the Meritorious Conduct Award for his courageous and selfless actions on May 21, when he stepped in to assist STPD Officer Robeto Alvarado (right) in bringing a dangerous situation under control. Officer Alvarado received the Chief’s Commendation for his exceptional professionalism and unwavering composure in the same incident. Alvarado was transporting a suspect when he escaped his handcuffs and climbed into the front of the vehicle cab and struggled with the officer. Alvarado was able to safely stop the vehicle and Martinez, who was traveling along the same road assisted Alvarado in safely restraining the suspect without incident.
Snowflake-Taylor Police Chief Bobby Martin (left) presented citizen Miguel Martinez (center) with the Meritorious Conduct Award for his courageous and selfless actions on May 21, when he stepped in to assist STPD Officer Robeto Alvarado (right) in bringing a dangerous situation under control. Officer Alvarado received the Chief’s Commendation for his exceptional professionalism and unwavering composure in the same incident. Alvarado was transporting a suspect when he escaped his handcuffs and climbed into the front of the vehicle cab and struggled with the officer. Alvarado was able to safely stop the vehicle and Martinez, who was traveling along the same road assisted Alvarado in safely restraining the suspect without incident. Photo courtesy of the Snowflake-Taylor Police Department